Coronavirus

AHLA Relaxes Face Mask Policy at Hotels
NewsAmerican Hotel & Lodging Association Relaxes Mask Guidance for Vaccinated Guests
Hotel employees and unvaccinated guests should continue to wear face masks on property, however.
By Michael J. Shapiro | May 20, 2021
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Planning Tips and TrendsExtra Masks
These customizable face coverings made from cotton paper are perfect for attendees in need.
By Sarah J.F. Braley | May 7, 2021
Save Hotel Jobs AHLA Unite Here Legislation
NewsHotel Industry and Workers Union Unite to Support the Save Hotel Jobs Act
The new legislation seeks urgent support for hospitality employees who have been disproportionately...
By Michael J. Shapiro | April 28, 2021
Book Groups Into a Room Bubble
Planning Tips and TrendsBook Groups Into a Room Bubble
This California property lets you put attendees in rooms side-by-side.
By Sarah J.F. Braley | April 28, 2021
Most Remote Workers Would Quit Rather Than Go Back to the Office
NewsMost Remote Workers Would Quit Rather Than Go Back to the Office
Work-life balance, cost savings and online collaboration have employees hooked on working from home.
By Loren G. Edelstein | April 20, 2021
The Latest on Hotel Reopenings and Closings Due to Covid-19
NewsThe Latest on Hotel Reopenings and Closings Due to Covid-19
A look at movement on the hotel front, including job losses, hotel-company trends, bankruptcies and...
By Elise Schoening & Michael J. Shapiro | April 5, 2021
Should Meeting Planners Worry About Counterfeit Vaccination Passports?
Planning Tips and TrendsShould Meeting Planners Worry About Counterfeit Vaccination Passports?
Vaccination document security is poised to be a serious concern facing the travel industry.
By Adam Schrader | March 30, 2021
Long Beach Bay Los Angeles California Reopening Plan
NewsCalifornia Tourism Industry Lobbies Governor for Reopening Plan
Without guidelines in place for resuming meetings, business events and conventions, the state is...
By Michael J. Shapiro | March 5, 2021
CPAC Difficulties Highlight Challenges in Enforcing Event Safety Protocols
NewsCPAC Difficulties Highlight Challenges in Enforcing Event Safety Protocols
Meeting professionals suggest creating a code of conduct and implementing a three-strikes rule.
By Elise Schoening | March 3, 2021
Covid Passport App Terrell Jones
NewsWill Covid Passports Save Travel?
Travelocity founder and “digital disruptor” Terrell Jones looks to restore traveler confidence.
By Loren G. Edelstein | February 23, 2021
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